Suburb
Orinda
- A+Overall Grade
- Suburb of San Francisco, CA
- 32 reviews
- Public SchoolsA+
- Crime & SafetyB+
- HousingB-
- NightlifeB+
- Good for FamiliesA+
- DiversityB
- JobsB+
- WeatherA+
- Cost of LivingD+
- Health & FitnessA+
- Outdoor ActivitiesA
- CommuteB+
Real Estate
Median Home Value
$1,125,000
National
$184,700Median Rent
$2,337
National
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Orinda Rankings
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Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
B+
Based on violent and property crime rates.
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Residents
Diversity
B
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Median Household Income
$178,704
National
$55,322Children
18%
Top Public Schools Serving Orinda
- A+
Miramonte High School
- Acalanes Union High School District, CA
- 9-12
- 186 reviews
- A+
Campolindo High School
- Acalanes Union High School District, CA
- 9-12
- 228 reviews
- A+
Acalanes High School
- Acalanes Union High School District, CA
- 9-12
- 166 reviews
- A+
Las Lomas High School
- Acalanes Union High School District, CA
- 9-12
- 226 reviews
- A
Wagner Ranch Elementary School
- Orinda Union Elementary School District, CA
- K-5
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Orinda Reviews
32 reviews
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Orinda is a dream of a town! We are Brooklynites and we have lived in some great cities, including: Miami, San Francisco, Seattle, Vancouver BC, Paris, Philadelphia, Boston and LA (meh on the last two) and Orinda became a perfect fit when we had to raise two kids. SF has many great aspects, but it became somewhat unfriendly for kids. We bit the bullet and moved to Lamorinda. All places are great, but Orinda is so ideal for us. Competitive schools (top notch), close to BART, close to Berkeley, SF and other great areas. Besides Brooklyn, it's been our favorite place to live!
What a lovely place to grow up. Quiet, safe, clean, fun activities, great weather. Of course there is no nightlife other than the local movie theatre--which a charming, historical gem!
Love orinda! Great place to live. While there is diversity lacking, it's close to Berkeley and Walnut Creek. Pretty good restaurants, very family friendly, and safe.